Flavorful Perilla Leaf (Kkaennip) Salad Recipe: The Ultimate Side Dish!
Flavorful Perilla Leaf (Kkaennip) Salad Recipe: The Ultimate Side Dish!
Simple Perilla Leaf Salad (Kkaennip Muchim)
Try making this fragrant and delicious perilla leaf salad, perfect for when you don’t have much appetite! It’s simple yet so addictive, you’ll find yourself finishing a whole bowl of rice with it. Anyone can easily make this with just a few ingredients!
Main Ingredients- 2 bunches Fresh Perilla Leaves (approx. 100 leaves)
- 1/2 medium Onion
- 2 Red Chili Peppers
Savory Seasoning- 6 Tbsp Soy Sauce (or regular soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Cooking Syrup (or corn syrup, sugar)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 cup Water (100ml)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 3 Tbsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 6 Tbsp Soy Sauce (or regular soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Cooking Syrup (or corn syrup, sugar)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 cup Water (100ml)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 3 Tbsp Red Pepper Flakes
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s make the key to this delicious perilla leaf salad: the seasoning! In a wide bowl, combine 6 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp cooking syrup, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1/2 cup water, and 1 Tbsp sesame oil. Mix them well. Then, add 3 Tbsp red pepper flakes for a spicy kick and stir to prevent clumping. Finely mince the red chili peppers after removing the seeds, and thinly slice the onion to add to the seasoning. Making the seasoning in advance allows the flavors to meld beautifully with the ingredients.
Step 2
Freshness is key for perilla leaves, so wash them thoroughly under running water. Gently wash them to avoid bruising the leaves, then soak them in cold water for about 10 minutes to make them even crisper. After 10 minutes, take the perilla leaves out and gently press them with your hands to remove as much water as possible. Leaving excess water can make the salad taste bland, so thoroughly draining them is important.
Step 3
Now it’s time to layer the perilla leaves and add the seasoning. Place one perilla leaf at the bottom of your frying pan. Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the prepared seasoning evenly over it. Then, layer another perilla leaf on top and repeat the process of adding seasoning. To prevent the leaves from drying out or burning, it’s a good idea to arrange them neatly, aligning the leaf veins.
Step 4
Once all the perilla leaves and seasoning are in the pan, it’s time to cook. Start on high heat, and once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue to simmer for about 3 more minutes, allowing the seasoning to be evenly absorbed by the perilla leaves. Be careful not to overcook, as the leaves can become mushy. When your delicious perilla leaf salad is ready, transfer it to a serving dish and enjoy!
